Sunday - September 27, 2026

News Tipoffs - Virginia Editors

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2026-2027 Global Scholars
DELAWARE, Ohio, Sept. 17 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * 2026-2027 Global Scholars * DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University is welcoming 20 first-year students into its Thomas W. Palmer '69 and Susan Palmer Global Scholars Program in recognition of the students' potential for high academic achievement and passion for international issues. The selective four-year program is part of Ohio Wesleyan's Global Studies Institute. In this hub, faculty and stud  more
2027 RV Industry Association Board Of Directors Election Results Announced
HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * 2027 RV Industry Association Board Of Directors Election Results Announced * Voting for the 2027 RV Industry Association Board of Directors election closed on Monday, September 14th and the final results are in! Official representatives from member companies cast their votes during the late-August through mid-September balloting for the three open seats announced in July. Fr  more
A Triple Major, an Open Hearth, a One-of-a-Kind Career
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Sept. 17 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * A Triple Major, an Open Hearth, a One-of-a-Kind Career * Most people don't grow up planning to make a career out of preparing 18th century dishes. Yet nearly every day, UNCG alumna Abbey Shoaf '16 stands before hundreds of visitors at Colonial Williamsburg, recreating historically accurate recipes over a fire, discussing archaeology and food history, and bringing the p  more
ABI Applauds House Passage of 'Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act'
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: * * * ABI Applauds House Passage of "Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act" Alexandria, Va. -- The American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) applauds the House of Representatives' passage yesterday of H.R. 7730, the "Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act." Rep. Ben Cline (R-Va.) introduced the measure with bipartisan cosponsors in the House on Feb. 26 to permanently raise the debt limit back to $7.5 m  more
AFA Presents USSF Sergeant Momomi Atkinson with Pitsenbarger Full Measure Award
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * AFA Presents USSF Sergeant Momomi Atkinson with Pitsenbarger Full Measure Award * National Harbor, Md. -The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) presented its inaugural A1C William Pitsenbarger Full Measure Award to Sgt. Momomi M. Atkinson, a Guardian with the 68th Cyberspace Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base, Colo. Named after A1C William Pitsenbar  more
AFP-MO Applauds Gov. Kehoe For Establishing Safeguards on Flock Safety Cameras
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-MO Applauds Gov. Kehoe For Establishing Safeguards on Flock Safety Cameras * JEFFERSON CITY- Americans for Prosperity Missouri (AFP-MO) applauded Governor Kehoe for his bold action today establishing first in the nation guardrails on Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology, including Flock safety cameras. These guardrails are aimed at addressing the risk of  more
AG Brown co-leads coalition opposing attempt to gut U.S. Department of Agriculture
OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 17 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown co-leads coalition opposing attempt to gut U.S. Department of Agriculture * Attorney General Nick Brown co-led a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief Wednesday in support of a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s thinly veiled attempt to drive large numbers of employees to resign by forcing them to move across the co  more
AI Legal Review Says Millions Live Under Discriminatory Local Laws
STANFORD, California, Sept. 17 -- Stanford University Law School posted the following news: * * * AI Legal Review Says Millions Live Under Discriminatory Local Laws * (Originally published by The Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI on September 8, 2026.) In Michigan, it is against the law for a non-citizen of the U.S. to become a licensed private investigator. In Memphis, Tennessee, the board of education is still required to "provide and maintain separate schools for the use and accom  more
ALG Hosts Discussion At GOP Midterm Convention On Sept. 10 On Lawfare, Dark Money And Foreign Influence
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * ALG Hosts Discussion At GOP Midterm Convention On Sept. 10 On Lawfare, Dark Money And Foreign Influence * Sept. 3, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government today announced a discussion on lawfare, dark money and foreign influence targeting U.S. economic infrastructure critical to national security at the Dallas, Texas GOP Midterm Con  more
ALG Hosts Discussion At GOP Midterm Convention On Sept. 10 On Lawfare, Dark Money And Foreign Influence
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 18 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * ALG Hosts Discussion At GOP Midterm Convention On Sept. 10 On Lawfare, Dark Money And Foreign Influence * Sept. 3, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government today announced a discussion on lawfare, dark money and foreign influence targeting U.S. economic infrastructure critical to national security at the Dallas, Texas GOP Midterm Con  more
American Society for Horticultural Science: Study Explores U.S. Consumers' Willingness to Pay for Fresh-Market Grape Attributes
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 18 (TNSjou) -- The American Society for Horticultural Science issued the following news release: * * * Study Explores U.S. Consumers' Willingness to Pay for Fresh-Market Grape Attributes Raleigh, NC - A recent study has examined U.S. consumers' preferences and willingness to pay for different attributes of fresh-market grapes, providing insights for growers, retailers, and the fresh produce industry. The research evaluated how factors such as grape size, sweetness  more
Arkansas Ag Orgs Gather on Capitol Hill as the Farm Bill Passes out of Committee
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news: * * * Arkansas Ag Orgs Gather on Capitol Hill as the Farm Bill Passes out of Committee * WASHINGTON, DC - Capitol Hill was abuzz this week with national and state agricultural organizations advocating for industry priorities as lawmakers returned from the Labor Day recess period. From Arkansas, representatives from Arkansas Rice, Arkansas Farm Bureau, Agricultural Council of Arkansas, and   more
Attempts to Rescind Bears Ears Resource Management Plan Would Silence Tribal Nations, Undermine Years of Collaboration, Co-Stewardship
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Attempts to Rescind Bears Ears Resource Management Plan Would Silence Tribal Nations, Undermine Years of Collaboration, Co-Stewardship * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Senator Mike Lee's (R-Utah) effort to use the Congressional Review Act to overturn the Bears Ears National Monument Resource Management Plan threatens a historic, collaborative process that brought together Tr  more
Attorney General Bonta Co-Leads Coalition Opposing Trump Administration's Attempt to Gut U.S. Department of Agriculture
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 17 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Co-Leads Coalition Opposing Trump Administration's Attempt to Gut U.S. Department of Agriculture * OAKLAND -Co-leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general, California Attorney General Rob Bonta yesterday filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s thinly veiled attempt to drive large numbers of empl  more
Attorney General Bonta Joins Nationwide Bipartisan Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender, Returns $6.86 Million in Restitution and Debt Relief to Affected California Consumers
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 17 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Joins Nationwide Bipartisan Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender, Returns $6.86 Million in Restitution and Debt Relief to Affected California Consumers * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a coalition of 40 attorneys general in announcing a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), one of the nation's largest auto financ  more
Attorney General Griffin Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 17 -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Griffin Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * #Griffin: 'I am pleased that this issue has been resolved and trust that CAC will no longer prey on vulnerable Arkansans' LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing a multistate settlement with Credit Acceptance Cor  more
Attorney General Hilgers Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 17 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hilgers Joins $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * Lincoln - Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced that Nebraska, along with the attorneys general for 40 other states, has entered into a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) providing $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers in connecti  more
Attorney General James Secures $700 Million from Abusive Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures $700 Million from Abusive Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * September 17, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured $700 million, including more than $630 million in debt relief for consumers, from Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), an auto lender that specializes in subprime loans to consumers with low  more
Attorney General James Secures Over $9 Million for New York from Abbott Laboratories for Manufacturing Potentially Unsafe Baby Formula
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 17 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures Over $9 Million for New York from Abbott Laboratories for Manufacturing Potentially Unsafe Baby Formula * NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that baby formula manufacturer Abbott Laboratories (Abbott) will pay more than $384 million to states and the federal government, including more than $9.3 million to New York. Attor  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $694 Million Settlement Over Predatory Auto Loans
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 17 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $694 Million Settlement Over Predatory Auto Loans * RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general reached a $694 million settlement over predatory lending practices with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), one of the country's largest auto finance companies. The settlement includes about $7.5  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES $694 MILLION MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH SUBPRIME AUTO LENDER CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES $694 MILLION MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH SUBPRIME AUTO LENDER CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 41 states, secured a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), providing $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers across the country in connection with their car l  more
Attorney General Rayfield Delivers Win for Oregon Drivers Trapped in Predatory Auto Loans
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 17 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Delivers Win for Oregon Drivers Trapped in Predatory Auto Loans * #Oregon and 40 other states part of $694M settlement with subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), one of the nation's largest subprime auto lenders, that will deliver $694 million in cash and   more
Attorney General Tong Announces $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 17 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Announces $694 Million Multistate Settlement with Subprime Auto Lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong today joined 40 other state attorneys general announcing a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) to direct $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers in connection with   more
AUVSI Applauds House Advancement of Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release: * * * AUVSI Applauds House Advancement of Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act * AUVSI applauds the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee for advancing the Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act (H.R. 7553) out of committee on September 15. AUVSI worked diligently with our partners in Congress to pus  more
AUVSI Endorses Guard the Skies Act
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release: * * * AUVSI Endorses Guard the Skies Act * AUVSI endorses the Guard the Skies Act (H.R. 8697), bipartisan legislation led by Reps. Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), alongside original co-sponsors Eli Crane (R-AZ), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), Michael Baumgartner (R-WA), and Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), that would give the Nation  more
BAE Systems OneArc Integrates Commercial Embedded Training on Army Combat Vehicles During Force Development Innovation & Assessment
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release: * * * BAE Systems OneArc integrates commercial embedded training on Army combat vehicles during Force Development Innovation & Assessment (FDIA) 17 September 2026 Embedded system allows soldiers to train on the same system they operate, at the point of need. BAE Systems (LON: BA) OneArc (OneArc(TM)) has been awarded an Other Transaction Agreement contract by the U.S. Army to integrate its Embedded Collective Tra  more
Beyer Opposes Crypto Tax Bill: "Crypto Industry Has Been Weaponized To Corrupt Our Presidency"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer Opposes Crypto Tax Bill: "Crypto Industry Has Been Weaponized To Corrupt Our Presidency" * Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), the Senior House Democrat on Congress' Joint Economic Committee and a member of the House Ways and Means Tax Subcommittee, delivered the following remarks yesterday during the Ways and Means Committee's markup of crypto tax legislation, the Digital Asset Tax Certainty Act, explainin  more
Beyer, Meeks, Sherman & Garamendi Announce JRD on U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Agreement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer, Meeks, Sherman & Garamendi Announce JRD on U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Agreement * Representatives Don Beyer, and Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Brad Sherman, and John Garamendi, today issued the following statement raising serious concerns with the Trump administration's nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia and announced the introduction of a Joint Resolution o  more
BoatUS Foundation and NASBLA Launch Partnership to Advance Boating Safety and Education Nationwide
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Boat Owners Association of the U.S. issued the following news release: * * * BoatUS Foundation and NASBLA Launch Partnership to Advance Boating Safety and Education Nationwide New partnership brings together two leading boating organizations to advance safety education, strengthen collaboration with states, and support America's boaters September 17, 2026 SPRINGFIELD, Va. - BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water President Heather Lougheed and  more
CCCC soccer teams make conference debut
SANFORD, North Carolina, Sept. 17 -- Central Carolina Community College posted the following news: * * * CCCC soccer teams make conference debut * SANFORD, N.C. -CCCC's men's and women's soccer teams are making their debut as Region 10 conference participants this fall. That is a big step up from the club team status they held last fall, when both teams were first starting. "There's more hunger for sure, just because it's our first year competing in conference," said sophomore Johnny Jim  more
Celebrating service: Employees recognized for years of work at UTC
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * Celebrating service: Employees recognized for years of work at UTC * Jina Johnson graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 1986. That same year, she began her career in human resources at UTC. Forty years later, on Wednesday, Sept. 16, she attended UTC's annual Service Awards Luncheon-a Founder's Week event that celebrates faculty and staff anniversaries be  more
CMSSF highlights cyber Guardians' role in creating joint decision advantage
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * CMSSF highlights cyber Guardians' role in creating joint decision advantage * NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (AFNS) -"The future will be data-dense," Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna emphasized during his keynote at the Air and Space Forces Association's 2026 Air, Space and Cyber Conference. "The Space Force is arming and growing Guardians with a decision architecture to underpin the lethality   more
CNN'S HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU ANNOUNCES THIS WEEK'S GUESTS
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 17 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN'S HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU ANNOUNCES THIS WEEK'S GUESTS * September 17th, 2026 NEW EPISODE PREMIERES SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 AT 9PM ET ON CNN NEW YORK - (September 17, 2026) - Governor Abigail Spanberger and award-winning journalist Kara Swisher will join as guests on this week's episode of CNN's Have I Got News For You, the American version of the long-running UK comedy series. Produced by Hat Trick   more
CNU Celebrates 65 Years Of Excellence
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- Christopher Newport University posted the following news: * * * CNU Celebrates 65 Years Of Excellence * Before there were many graduates, there was just one: Lois Wright 1962 was a year of firsts. The Beatles released their first album. John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth. Johnny Carson began his iconic run as host of The Tonight Show. But for future generations of Captains, there was another milestone-this one much closer to home-whe  more
College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Sept. 18 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news: * * * College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty September 17, 2026 The College of Charleston is excited to introduce its new faculty members! The College of Charleston is proud to welcome its newest faculty members. With a diversity of expertise in a variety of disciplines, they come excited and ready to teach, mentor and inspire students across campus. Over the fall 2026 semester, The College T  more
Colorado joins $694M nationwide settlement with subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 17 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Colorado joins $694M nationwide settlement with subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation * Sept. 17, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser announced today that Colorado, along with 40 other states, has entered into a settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) providing $694 million in cash and debt relief to consumers in connection with their car loans. CAC   more
Community-Centric Approaches to the Development of Data Centers
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 17 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Foley Hoag, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Community-Centric Approaches to the Development of Data Centers * As the rapid construction of data centers continues to generate backlash from local communities, environmental and human rights issues underpinning sustainable corporate practices are coming to the fore. Grassroots resistance is springing from rational fears - namely, that technology companies will benefit while  more
CVTC President's List for summer 2026 term
EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin, Sept. 16 -- Chippewa Valley Technical College posted the following news: * * * CVTC President's List for summer 2026 term * Chippewa Valley Technical College announces that the following students have been named to the President's List for the summer 2026 term. To be eligible, students must complete a minimum of six credits with a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher. From Abbotsford: Daniel Davila From Alma: Christian Langhorst From Altoona: Trey A. Aaby,  more
DHA's Joint Trauma System welcomes new chief, aligning focus
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * DHA's Joint Trauma System welcomes new chief, aligning focus * The Defense Health Agency announced a leadership transition at its Joint Trauma System, the Department of Defense Center of Excellence for Trauma, as the organization pivots to meet the demands of future large-scale combat operations. Air Force Col. Dr. Valerie G. Sams has assumed the role of the center's chief, succeeding Army Col. Dr  more
Drug Improves Sexual Function for Depression Patients, Study Finds
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * Drug Improves Sexual Function for Depression Patients, Study Finds * Patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) and an inadequate response to standard antidepressants who received an add-on treatment with the drug lumateperone saw significantly improved sexual function, found a new study led by a University of Virginia School of Medicine researcher. In a study of 480 patients, s  more
DXC Engineering and LOXO join forces to Accelerate Enterprise-Scale Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Deployment
ASHBURN, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, posted the following news release: * * * DXC Engineering and LOXO join forces to Accelerate Enterprise-Scale Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Deployment * ASHBURN, Va., September 17, 2026 - DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner announced a strategic partnership with LOXO, a Swiss-based developer of Level 4 autonomous driving s  more
EEOC Sues Design Cuisine and Elior North America for Religious Discrimination
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Sues Design Cuisine and Elior North America for Religious Discrimination * Federal agency says catering company refused to hire Muslim woman because of her hijab WASHINGTON -National Food Enterprises, Inc., doing business as Design Cuisine and Elior, Inc., operating as Elior North America, collectively a food services company providing event catering services in the Washington a  more
Existing Defense And Communications Law Already Covers Frontier AI Risks
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * Existing Defense And Communications Law Already Covers Frontier AI Risks * Sept. 19, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement urging rejection of S. 2938: "Under S. 2938, developers of the most powerful, frontier AI models now being trained would have to give thei  more
ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Welcomes Go RVing as Official RV Sponsor
HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta(r) Welcomes Go RVing as Official RV Sponsor * Go RVing will return as the Official RV Sponsor of the ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta(r), set to launch October 3-11, 2026, in Albuquerque, N.M. The sponsorship gives hundreds of thousands of Balloon Fiesta attendees the opportunity to see how an RV can prov  more
FCPS This Week - 9/16/2026
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * FCPS This Week - 9/16/2026 * A kindergarten student smiles as she swings during recess at Garfield Elementary School. #Receive FCPS This Week in Other Languages More than 32,000 families receive the FCPS This Week newsletter in a language other than English. Would you prefer to receive it in Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese? Contact your school registrar and ask them to  more
FROM THE ARMY DACM: THE WATCHWORD IS CHANGE
REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command posted the following news: * * * FROM THE ARMY DACM: THE WATCHWORD IS CHANGE * If I had to choose one word to describe my tenure as the Army Director of Acquisition Career Management (DACM), it would be "change." The past five years have brought the most significant transformation to Army acquisition in decades. After thirty years of evolution, the workforce continues to strengthen and prepare itself for the future. A  more
George Mason's first Grand Challenge Exchange Day builds connections across disciplines
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * George Mason's first Grand Challenge Exchange Day builds connections across disciplines * George Mason University held its first Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) Exchange Day on Tuesday, September 15, bringing together more than 200 faculty members from across the university to talk to about the GCI-related work being done and invite collaboration as the call for proposals in second year of funding launch  more
Go RVing Seeks Display Units for Final 2026 Experiential Events
HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Go RVing Seeks Display Units for Final 2026 Experiential Events * Go RVing is seeking display units from member manufacturers and dealers for our final two experiential events of 2026: the high-energy Pickleball World Championship in Dallas, TX, and the iconic, nationally televised National Dog Show in Philadelphia, PA. The deadline for submissions is Friday, September 25, f  more
Governor Polis Highlights Colorado as a Leader in Education and Celebrates National Clean Energy Week in Washington, D.C.
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 17 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Highlights Colorado as a Leader in Education and Celebrates National Clean Energy Week in Washington, D.C. * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Governor Polis touted Colorado's accomplishments and success as the No. 1 state for education and discussed the future of educational policy in the United States. The Governor joined former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin for a fireside chat at  more
Griffith Announces NCA Grant to SWVA Veterans Cemetery
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Announces NCA Grant to SWVA Veterans Cemetery * The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' National Cemetery Administration (NCA) has awarded the Commonwealth of Virginia a grant of up to $243,467. The funding supports expansion of the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin, Virginia. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "Honoring our veterans   more
Griffith Statement on House Passage of Bill to Authorize USACE Project for Town of Richlands
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Statement on House Passage of Bill to Authorize USACE Project for Town of Richlands * The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9497 - the Water Resources Development Act. This legislation authorizes and modifies certain water resource infrastructure projects and programs of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). One USACE project in particular will promote flood risk management  more
Griffith Votes to Protect Ninth District Communities from Footing Bill for Data Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Griffith Votes to Protect Ninth District Communities from Footing Bill for Data Centers * Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9340 - the Ratepayer Protection Act. This legislation protects local communities from electricity cost hikes by directing state regulators to make data center companies pay the full cost for its use of electricity infrastructure. Under the bill, all stat  more
House Oversight & Government Reform Chairman Comer Introduces the Survivor's Voice Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Comer Introduces the Survivor's Voice Protection Act Published: Sep 16, 2026 WASHINGTON--House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) introduced the Survivor's Voice Protection Act (H.R. 10389), a bill that ensures survivors can speak freely about sexual abuse, even if they signed a nondiscl  more
House-Passed Water Resources Development Act Takes Strides to Build Resilience, Support Vital Habitat
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * House-Passed Water Resources Development Act Takes Strides to Build Resilience, Support Vital Habitat * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The bipartisan Water Resources Development Act contains provisions that will support community resilience, help conserve and restore vital fish and wildlife habitat, and advance important restoration projects for the Mississippi River Delta,   more
ICYMI: Rep. Valadao and Garza Pen Op-ed on Strengthening the Economy Through Immigration Reforms in The San Joaquin Valley Sun
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Valadao and Garza Pen Op-ed on Strengthening the Economy Through Immigration Reforms in The San Joaquin Valley Sun * Arlington, VA (09/17/2026) -In a new op-ed in The San Joaquin Valley Sun, Congressman David G. Valadao and Daniel Garza, Founding President of The LIBRE Initiative, argue that tackling the affordability crisis includes fixing America's broken and outd  more
Innovation on Wheels: How FCPS Resources Bring STEM Opportunities to Herndon High
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Innovation on Wheels: How FCPS Resources Bring STEM Opportunities to Herndon High * Dozens of Herndon High School environmental science students stepped into a large trailer in their school's parking lot Tuesday that has been retrofitted to become a modern laboratory environment. Inside, the students set out to create a visual spectrum, a display of light separated by properties, but most hav  more
John McGuire Votes To Continue Iran War AGAIN As Prices Skyrocket
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * John McGuire Votes To Continue Iran War AGAIN As Prices Skyrocket * Diesel prices hit record high and gas continues to soar thanks to McGuire Last night, John McGuire voted AGAIN to continue the reckless war of choice in Iran that has sent diesel prices to all-time highs, Virginia gas prices to $4.14 a gallon, and grocery prices rising through the roof. The war has cost taxpayer  more
Kaine Applauds Passage of Bill to Help Workers Share In Company Profits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine Applauds Passage of Bill to Help Workers Share In Company Profits * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement celebrating the passage of the Retire through Ownership Act, bipartisan legislation he introduced with Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) to facilitate the establishment and operation of employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), which allow worker  more
KATU Photojournalist Hits IATSE Union, Station with Federal Labor Board Charges after Being Illegally Fired
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation posted the following news release: * * * KATU Photojournalist Hits IATSE Union, Station with Federal Labor Board Charges after Being Illegally Fired * Union officials and complicit management illegally demand photographer join union and authorize dues deductions, then had him fired when he refused Portland, OR (September 17, 2026) - With free legal assistance from the National Right to Work Foundation, a  more
Kiggans' Statement on New Federal Approach to Improving Chesapeake Bay Water Quality
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Kiggans' Statement on New Federal Approach to Improving Chesapeake Bay Water Quality * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement after President Trump signed an Executive Order regarding "Providing meaningful water quality improvements through collaboration and oversight of federal support," which repeals Obama-era EO 13508 and directs six federal agencies,  more
KU Kudos: Faculty and staff achievements, September 2026
LAWRENCE, Kansas, Sept. 17 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU Kudos: Faculty and staff achievements, September 2026 * It's time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues' achievements: KU News Service accepted submissions and combed websites, social media and newsletters for recent external honors and awards for current faculty and staff at the Lawrence, Edwards and Medical Center campuses and affiliates. Have something to share? Submit by Oct. 22 for the next edition. Se  more
L3Harris Supports StellarXplorers With $50,000 to Reach More Students Nationwide
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * L3Harris Supports StellarXplorers With $50,000 to Reach More Students Nationwide * Arlington, Va. -L3Harris Technologies is investing $50,000 in AFA's mission to inspire the next generation of space professionals through the StellarXplorers Space STEM Program. L3Harris presented the check to AFA President & CEO Lt. Gen. Burt Field, USAF (Ret.) at AFA's 2  more
Laser Strikes on Aircraft Continue to Drop But Are Still Too High
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * Laser Strikes on Aircraft Continue to Drop But Are Still Too High * WASHINGTON \-For the third year in a row, reported laser strikes in the National Airspace System are down. Pilots reported 4,470 laser strikes to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 2026 - a 24 percent decrease from this time last year. The FAA conducts outreach and training with lo  more
League and Credit Union Leaders Meet With White House Office of Management and Budget to Advance CDFI Priorities
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 18 -- The League of Credit Unions and Affiliates issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 The League and Credit Union Leaders Meet with White House Office of Management and Budget to Advance CDFI Priorities WASHINGTON, D.C. - The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates, alongside member credit union leaders, met with the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to advocate for the timely and predictable deployment of Community Development   more
Leonardo DRS to Provide Electric Propulsion System for the Republic of Korea Navy Next-Generation KDDX Destroyer Program
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Leonardo DRS, a company that says it provides advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world, issued the following news release: * * * Leonardo DRS to Provide Electric Propulsion System for the Republic of Korea Navy Next-Generation KDDX Destroyer Program Power-dense permanent magnet propulsion motors and advanced variable-frequency drives will power the Republic of Korea Navy's first full-electric-drive surface com  more
Li named president of International Association of Pancreatology
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Sept. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news: * * * Li named president of International Association of Pancreatology * OKLAHOMA CITY - Min Li, Ph.D., George Lynn Cross Research Professor of Medicine, Surgery and Cell Biology at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and Associate Director for Global Oncology at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, has been named president of the International Association of Pancreatology (IAP). The IAP, establish  more
LIBRE Celebrates 15 Years of Driving Progress for Latinos
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Sociological] -- LIBRE Initiative issued the following news release: * * * LIBRE Celebrates 15 Years of Driving Progress for Latinos * Arlington, VA - This week, The LIBRE Initiative gathered elected officials, community leaders, and advocates to celebrate 15 years of building a movement - and the results speak for themselves. The Gala showcased LIBRE's community impact, policy victories, and the trust its earned from the community - all while highli  more
M&T Bank Increases Prime Rate
BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- M&T Bank, a financial holding company, issued the following news release: * * * M&T Bank Increases Prime Rate * BUFFALO, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2026 \-Effective Thursday, September 17, 2026, M&T Bank Corporation ("M&T") (NYSE:MTB) will increase its prime lending rate from 6.75% to 7.00%. About M&T M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T's principal banking subsidiary, M&T Bank, pro  more
Making of a Pediatrician: How VCOM-Carolinas Prepares Students for Careers Caring for Children
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * The Making of a Pediatrician: How VCOM-Carolinas prepares students for careers caring for children By Lily Collins - 9/17/2026 Before she ever stepped into a pediatric residency program, Madison Capotosti, VCOM-Carolinas '26, had already practiced neonatal airway management, participated in pediatric simulations, rotated through the pediatric intensive care unit, conducted co  more
Mapping Antarctica: 500 years of discovery
ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 17 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Mapping Antarctica: 500 years of discovery * For centuries, maps have helped people understand places they have never seen. This fall, UTA Libraries will explore one of the world's last great frontiers through a remarkable collection of historic maps dating from 1548 to 2002. Together, these maps trace the evolving story of Antarctica's exploration, discovery and scientific researc  more
Mars Releases Cocoa for Generations 2025 Progress Report, Achieving 98% Responsibly Sourced Cocoa Program Milestone
MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 18 (TNSrpt) -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release: * * * Mars releases Cocoa for Generations 2025 Progress Report, achieving 98% Responsibly Sourced Cocoa Program milestone In 2018, Mars set goals for 2025 as part of its vision to help create a more modern, inclusive and sustainable cocoa ecosystem. * Achieving sourcing milestones: Mars suppliers sourced an annual volume of cocoa under the c  more
McClellan Statement on House Passage of Ratepayer Protection Act and Other Bills to Ensure Data Centers Pay Their Fair Share
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * McClellan Statement on House Passage of Ratepayer Protection Act and Other Bills to Ensure Data Centers Pay Their Fair Share * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after the House voted to pass four bills cosponsored by McClellan that will protect residents in the community from rising costs associated with data centers: "In a rap  more
McClellan Statement on Sanctions Against Russia and Granting Trump Unilateral Tariff Authority
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * McClellan Statement on Sanctions Against Russia and Granting Trump Unilateral Tariff Authority * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after the House voted to pass H.R. 5334, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026: "At a time when the cost of everything from gas to groceries, health care to housing, technology to toi  more
McGuireWoods: Data Centers Decoded: Essential Intelligence for the Digital Infrastructure Boom
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Data Centers Decoded: Essential Intelligence for the Digital Infrastructure Boom September 17, 2026 McGuireWoods has launched Data Centers Decoded, a comprehensive resource to help industry leaders stay ahead of the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the data center landscape. As AI-driven demand pushes data center development to unprecedented levels, the pressures on power delivery,  more
More Than a Sticker: The RV Industry Association Seal Defined
HERNDON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * More Than a Sticker: The RV Industry Association Seal Defined * Safety is the Unifying Priority In the RV industry, competition drives innovation. Manufacturers constantly differentiate themselves through floor plans, luxury features, interior aesthetics, and competitive price points. But when it comes to vehicle safety, the industry comes together. At the center of this   more
MSU celebrates Famous Maroon Band's national Sudler Trophy, special halftime presentation next week
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Sept. 17 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU celebrates Famous Maroon Band's national Sudler Trophy, special halftime presentation next week * Contact: Bethany Shipp STARKVILLE, Miss.-Mississippi State's Famous Maroon Band is being formally recognized next week as the 2026 recipient of the highest national collegiate band award, the Sudler Trophy. Multiple university events celebrate the milestone Sept. 24-27, reaching a crescendo w  more
Multimillion NIH Award Advances UVA Women's Health Research
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * Multimillion NIH Award Advances UVA Women's Health Research * University of Virginia researchers have received the first $4 million tranche of an award worth up to $12 million from the National Institutes of Health to develop a digital model showing how hormonal differences between men and women can impact the effectiveness of some medications. Hormone activity varies between men a  more
NAIFA Trustee Josh O'Gara Is NAIFA's 2026 YAT Leader of the Year
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Insurance] -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors posted the following news release: * * * NAIFA Trustee Josh O'Gara Is NAIFA's 2026 YAT Leader of the Year * The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) is thrilled to announce that Joshua O'Gara, CLU, ChFC, CFP, has been named the 2026 Young Advisor Team Leader of the Year. This award celebrates outstanding leadership, dedication, and impact within t  more
Narrowing Definition of 'Take' Undermines Effectiveness of Endangered Species Act
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Narrowing Definition of 'Take' Undermines Effectiveness of Endangered Species Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Interpreting the definition of "take" under the Endangered Species Act to only include intentional acts directed against individual animals would all but eliminate the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's ability to prevent injury and even death to endangered and th  more
NASDA applauds advancement of farm bill
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA applauds advancement of farm bill * Press Release ARLINGTON, Va. -Following the advancement of the Agricultural Act of 2026 by the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney issued the following statement. "NASDA con  more
NASDA Members Elect Washington State Agriculture Director Derek Sandison as 2026-2027 President
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA Members Elect Washington State Agriculture Director Derek Sandison as 2026-2027 President * Press Release PORTLAND, Maine - During the 2026 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Annual Meeting, members elected their 2027 officers. Washington State Department of Agriculture Director Derek   more
National Alliance for Care at Home: Over 150 Advocates Convene on Capitol Hill to Champion Care at Home
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release: * * * Over 150 Advocates Convene on Capitol Hill to Champion Care at Home 09.16.2026 National Alliance for Care at Home Hosts Second Annual Advocacy Week on Capitol Hill - (Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC)- This week, more than 150 care at home advocates from across the country met with 285 congressional offices to discuss key legislative and regulatory priorities for expanding a  more
National Park Service Seeks Comments on 27 Historic Place Nominations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service is seeking public comments on properties nominated for listing or related actions in the National Register of Historic Places. The agency received the nominations before August 29, 2026, and is accepting comments on their significance under National Register evaluation criteria. According to the notice, nominations submitted by State or Tribal Historic Preservation Officers cover properties in 19 states, i  more
New Report: Automated Ridehailing Could Add Nearly $1.34 Billion to Canada's GDP by 2050
MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 17 [Category: Business] (TNSrpt) -- Chamber of Progress, a center-left tech industry policy coalition promoting a progressive future, posted the following news: * * * New Report: Automated Ridehailing Could Add Nearly $1.34 Billion to Canada's GDP by 2050 * Chamber of Progress released a new report today finding that automated ridehailing services (or "robotaxis") could deliver significant economic and social benefits across Canada, adding CAD $1.34 billion in gross v  more
New Sepsis Guidelines Seek to Reduce Infection's Deadly Toll
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- University of Virginia Health posted the following news release: * * * New Sepsis Guidelines Seek to Reduce Infection's Deadly Toll * A UVA Health doctor and other leading national experts have developed important new guidelines to improve care for patients who develop sepsis, a dangerous full-body infection that kills at least 350,000 Americans every year. Taison Bell, MD, MBA, interim chair of UVA Health's Department of Medicine, and colleagues assem  more
New Transcend Initiative to address mycobacteria threats
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 17 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * New Transcend Initiative to address mycobacteria threats * #In Brief * WashU's MycoTranscend Initiative joins experts in medicine, chemistry and public health to tackle dangerous mycobacterial infections. * Missouri experiences five times the national average of non-tuberculosis mycobacteria infections, which lack a standard medical care plan. * The initiative aims to build critical inf  more
NGFA applauds Senate Agriculture Committee approval of farm bill, highlights key industry priorities
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Grain and Feed Association posted the following news release: * * * NGFA applauds Senate Agriculture Committee approval of farm bill, highlights key industry priorities * ARLINGTON, Va., September 16, 2026 -The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) today applauded the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry for advancing the Agricultural Act of 2026 following committee markup, calling the committee's   more
No Bull, Bills! PETA Calls Out Team for Exploiting Baby Bison
NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following statement on Sept. 17, 2026 * * * September 17, 2026 Orchard Park, N.Y. - Below, please find a statement from PETA founder Ingrid Newkirk in response to reports that a live baby bison named Bruce was brought to the Buffalo Bills' new Highmark Stadium today ahead of the Week 2 Thursday Night Football game: The Buffalo Bills should be focused on their game, not distracting fans with a baby bison tur  more
Nonprofit Led by La Roche Alumnus Named Finalist in International .ORG Impact Awards
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 17 -- La Roche University posted the following news release: * * * Nonprofit Led by La Roche Alumnus Named Finalist in International.ORG Impact Awards * PITTSBURGH, Sept. 17, 2026 - Friends of Tonga Inc., (opens in a new tab) co-founded by La Roche University alumnus Michael Hassett '11, Ph.D., has been named a finalist in the 2026.ORG Impact Awards (opens in a new tab) presented by Public Interest Registry. The awards recognize mission-driven individuals and   more
Pedaling toward Providence: En route to Brown, first-year student bikes 2,000 miles across the U.S.
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Sept. 17 -- Brown University posted the following news: * * * Pedaling toward Providence: En route to Brown, first-year student bikes 2,000 miles across the U.S. * PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -Brown's newest students traveled to campus from across the world via many modes of transportation, including planes, trains and automobiles -and at least one bicycle. First-year student Theodore Niemeyer Lam made much of the trip from the West Coast to the East Coast   more
Radford University opens doors to future nurses with expanded direct admission
RADFORD, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford University opens doors to future nurses with expanded direct admission * At a time when the need for highly skilled nurses continues to grow, Radford University is opening the door for more high-achieving students to turn their interest in healthcare into a career. Beginning with incoming freshmen in August 2027, students with a 3.0 high school GPA or higher are eligible for direct admission   more
Research on AI in courts takes the win at UQ's 2026 3MT Final
BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 18 -- The University of Queensland posted the following news: * * * Research on AI in courts takes the win at UQ's 2026 3MT Final * UQ Law School PhD candidate Jason Wang has won The University of Queensland's 2026 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) final for his research exploring when artificial intelligence should be allowed to shape judicial decision-making in Australian courts. Mr Wang was one of 8 finalists who had just 3 minutes to explain their research and its sig  more
Researchers in various studies looking for participants
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Sept. 16 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Researchers in various studies looking for participants * Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants. #Speech motor control study for stuttering research Researchers at Purdue are currently recruiting adults who stutter for paid studies on speech movements. Participants will be asked to speak into a microphone and/or wear an electrode cap or motion tracking   more
Roanoke College Signs Partnership Agreement With Independence Hall of Korea
SALEM, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Roanoke College issued the following news: * * * Roanoke College signs partnership agreement with Independence Hall of Korea September 17, 2026 By Ashley Mountcastle '27 Roanoke College is excited to announce a new partnership agreement with the Independence Hall of Korea, an institution dedicated to preserving the history of the Korean independence movement. The agreement builds on the college's unique historical relationship with Korea and creates opportunitie  more
Scott, Elfreth Condemn Trump Executive Order Targeting Chesapeake Bay
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott, Elfreth Condemn Trump Executive Order Targeting Chesapeake Bay * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representatives Bobby Scott (VA-03) and Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), co-chairs of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Task Force, issued the following statement after President Trump revoked Executive Order 13508, which directed federal agencies to reduce water pollution from federal lands and facilities and to promot  more
Scott: Congress Should Support Ukraine Without Expanding Trump's Tariff Powers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott: Congress Should Support Ukraine Without Expanding Trump's Tariff Powers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after voting against the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act: "I strongly support Ukraine and efforts to hold Vladimir Putin accountable for his brutal war. I stand with the Ukrainian people and have repeatedly voted to  more
Shenandoah University Announces Endowment To Support Outdoor Programming
WINCHESTER, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Shenandoah University issued the following news: * * * Shenandoah University Announces Endowment To Support Outdoor Programming Generous gift from university trustee Diane Kearns establishes the Robert Solenberger SOAR Endowment September 16, 2026 Diane Kearns, a devoted friend and longtime supporter of Shenandoah University, is honoring the memory and enduring legacy of her late father, Robert Solenberger, through an endowment in his name that will support  more
Space Camp Challenges VCU Students to Find Human Applications for NASA Tech
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 17, 2026 Space Camp challenges VCU students to find human applications for NASA tech The one-day sprint was a collaboration between the Brandcenter, the VCU da Vinci Center for Innovation and NASA Langley Research Center. By Sarah Moore, VCU Brandcenter Imagine being nervous to start classes at a new graduate program and, within your first week, you find yourself presenting to NASA profe  more
Space Force leaders outline blueprint to double force size over next 5 years
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * Space Force leaders outline blueprint to double force size over next 5 years * NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (AFNS) -Senior Space Force leaders outlined a five-year roadmap to expand the service's personnel, training pipelines and infrastructure during the "Growth of the Space Force" panel at the 2026 Air and Space Forces Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference, Sept. 14. The panel included Lt. Gen. Gregory G  more
Summer campers blast off with interstellar research
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * Summer campers blast off with interstellar research * From constructing an artificial star to capturing a 25-year timelapse of a supernova, George Mason University is pioneering space exploration, research, and collaboration. And our mission into the final frontier brings students along for the ride. Whether a fourth-grader is getting their first taste of rocketry with bottle rockets or an intern is maki  more
SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Civil Discourse and Civic Engagement Opportunities as Part of Constitution Day Celebration
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 18 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * SUNY Chancellor King Highlights Civil Discourse and Civic Engagement Opportunities as Part of Constitution Day Celebration September 17, 2026 Chancellor King Joined Members of the Civil Discourse and Civic Education & Engagement Fellows for Roundtable Discussion; Announces Full Cohort As Part of SUNY's Commitment to Civil Discourse and Civic Engagement, SUNY Launches 'Advancing Campus Plu  more
Things to do at Loyola: September 18-October 1
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release: * * * Things to do at Loyola: September 18-October 1 * Catch a play, hear experts explore the moral implications of AI, enjoy events with loved ones at Family Weekend, and more, in the next two weeks. #Friday Night Flick: Howl's Moving Castle September 18, 6:45 p.m.-9 p.m., Damen Cinema Join the Department of Programming for a screening of Howl's Moving Castle, complete with snacks and popcorn  more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces First Virginia College to Join Air Traffic Controller Training Program
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces First Virginia College to Join Air Traffic Controller Training Program * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has partnered with Shenandoah University in Virginia to join the Enhanced Air Traffic - Collegiate Training Initiative (E-CTI). Students who pass th  more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces First Virginia College to Join Air Traffic Controller Training Program
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces First Virginia College to Join Air Traffic Controller Training Program * WASHINGTON, D.C. \- U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has partnered with Shenandoah University in Virginia to join the Enhanced Air Traffic - Collegiate Training Initiat  more
Tusculum alumna will share her experiences and wisdom about writing and other media in talk at the university
GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- Tusculum University posted the following news: * * * Tusculum alumna will share her experiences and wisdom about writing and other media in talk at the university * GREENEVILLE - A Tusculum University alumna who has written two books and a play and enjoyed a multidimensional career in communication and the arts since she graduated five years ago will share her varied experience and viewpoint on the creative process in an upcoming presentation at her alma m  more
U.S. Department of Education Secures Resolution Agreement with Virginia Beach City Public Schools to Restore Protections Against Sexual Misconduct
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Department of Education Secures Resolution Agreement with Virginia Beach City Public Schools to Restore Protections Against Sexual Misconduct * Today, the U.S. Department of Education's (the Department's) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced that Virginia Beach City Public Schools (the District) has entered into a resolution agreement to restore protections for students who have reported  more
U.S. Fleet Forces, NSWC Corona demo advanced LVC fleet training capabilities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: * * * U.S. Fleet Forces, NSWC Corona demo advanced LVC fleet training capabilities * DAM NECK ANNEX, Va. - Personnel from Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona Division, in coordination with U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFFC), hosted Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Daryl Caudle for a high-level capability demonstration at the Hefti Global Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) Operations Center in Dam N  more
Understanding TRICARE coverage of substance use disorder treatment
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Understanding TRICARE coverage of substance use disorder treatment * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - Did you know that TRICARE covers treatment of substance use disorders? Substance use disorders can lead to problems in all aspects of a person's life, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. TRICARE offers comprehensive services to treat the d  more
University of Oklahoma Health: Li Named President of International Association of Pancreatology
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 18 -- The University of Oklahoma Health campus issued the following news: * * * Li Named President of International Association of Pancreatology September 17, 2026 OKLAHOMA CITY - Min Li, Ph.D., George Lynn Cross Research Professor of Medicine, Surgery and Cell Biology at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and Associate Director for Global Oncology at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, has been named president of the International Association of Pa  more
USDEC Statement on Senate Ag Committee Advancing Farm Bill
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 16 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Dairy Export Council posted the following news release: * * * USDEC Statement on Senate Ag Committee Advancing Farm Bill * From USDEC President and CEO Krysta Harden:  "The U.S. Dairy Export Council commends Chairman John Boozman and members of the Senate Agriculture Committee for advancing a bipartisan Farm Bill that includes meaningful priorities for America's dairy exporters. The legislation takes important steps to str  more
VCU: Marcelle Jones Learns From NASA Engineers at the Langley Research Center
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 17, 2026 Marcelle Jones learns from NASA engineers at the Langley Research Center The senior engineering student worked on a team designing the conceptual architecture for a lunar nuclear reactor capable of providing efficient and continuous power to a permanent human settlement on the moon. By David Pulgar, VCU College of Engineering Marcelle Jones grew up in Chesterfield County and ca  more
VCU: Through the Lens, Toward the Truth - Ashley Davis Finds Their Voice in Documentary Film
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 17, 2026 Through the lens, toward the truth: Ashley Davis finds their voice in documentary film Davis became the first student from VCU's photo and film department selected for the prestigious Yale Norfolk Summer School of Art, an achievement that reflects a journey that began with learning film from the ground up. By Sophie Tran When Ashley Davis arrived at Virginia Commonwealth Univers  more
VCU: With a Firm Belief in the Importance of Listening to Patients, He Changed the Way Sickle Cell Disease is Understood and Treated Around the World
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 17, 2026 With a firm belief in the importance of listening to patients, he changed the way sickle cell disease is understood and treated around the world Wally Smith's groundbreaking research asked sickle cell disease patients to track their pain - and gave them the chance to be heard. - About Uncommon Heroes: This series shines a light on passionate and innovative people at VCU who are   more
Vindman Introduces Legislation to Help Virginia Families Pay for Back-to-School Essentials
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Introduces Legislation to Help Virginia Families Pay for Back-to-School Essentials * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today introduced the Back-to-School Tax Credit Act, legislation that would provide families with a new federal tax credit for basic school supplies. "Every parent knows the back-to-school list: backpacks, notebooks, pencils, folders, calculators -t  more
Vindman Votes to End the War in Ukraine, Strengthen Our Own National Security
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Votes to End the War in Ukraine, Strengthen Our Own National Security * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) released the following statement after voting to pass legislation that would impose sanctions on Russia. "Ukraine's national security is directly linked to America's national security. Before what is likely to be a tough winter, I am proud to vote for the most   more
Vindman Votes to Protect Ratepayers From Data Center Grid Upgrade Costs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Votes to Protect Ratepayers From Data Center Grid Upgrade Costs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) yesterday voted in favor of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act, legislation aimed at protecting families and businesses from being saddled with the costs of infrastructure upgrades needed to accommodate the rapidly growing energy demands of large data centers. "  more
Virginia Lawyers Weekly Honors Troutman Pepper Locke's Jon Hubbard and Kathleen Hutchenreuther
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Virginia Lawyers Weekly Honors Troutman Pepper Locke's Jon Hubbard and Kathleen Hutchenreuther * RICHMOND and VIRGINIA BEACH - Virginia Lawyers Weekly has named Troutman Pepper Locke partner Jon Hubbard a 2026 Leader in the Law and associate Kathleen Hutchenreuther a 2026 Up & Coming Lawyer. The annual awards recognize attorneys for their leadership and contributions to  more
Virginia Tech Leaders Engage D.C. Area Faculty and Staff in Strategic Planning at Town Hall
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia Tech leaders engage D.C. area faculty and staff in strategic planning at town hall By Shannon Andrea 17 Sep 2026 Virginia Tech faculty and staff from the greater Washington, D.C., area gathered on Sept. 16 at Academic Building One in Alexandria for a town hall focused on the region's continued growth and the development of a strategic plan for its future. Julie Ross, executive vice president and provo  more
Virginia Tech: First-of-its-kind Preventative Phage Therapy Provides Promising Results
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * First-of-its-kind preventative phage therapy provides promising results By Felicia Spencer 16 Sep 2026 The mammalian gut microbiome is teeming with a delicate balance of bacteria and the viruses that keep them in check, called bacteriophages, or phages. Each bacterial species usually has its own set of phage partners. When bad bacteria enter this ecosystem, there are typically no phages present, allow  more
Virginia Tech: Heather Wagoner Selected as Assistant Vice President of Student Engagement for Student Affairs
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Heather Wagoner selected as assistant vice president of Student Engagement for Student Affairs By Marianne Sheets 16 Sep 2026 Heather Wagoner has been selected as Student Affairs' next assistant vice president for Student Engagement. A dedicated member of the Student Affairs team, Wagoner devotes her energy to helping students find connection, purpose, and community at Virginia Tech. With more than 20 years o  more
Virginia Tech: In a Tight Spot, Mice Look to Their Friends
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * In a tight spot, mice look to their friends Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC scientists identify brain circuitry and signaling involved in the social response to a perceived threat. By John Pastor 17 Sep 2026 When mice heard a sound they thought signaled danger, they moved closer to a familiar companion, according to Virginia Tech researchers. They did not do the same when paired with a m  more
Virginia Tech: In Memoriam - Kimberli Weeks, University Libraries
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * In memoriam: Kimberli Weeks, University Libraries By Ann Brown 17 Sep 2026 Kimberli Weeks, technical director of scholarly communications for University Libraries, passed away on Monday, Aug. 31. Weeks was 56 years old. Weeks was born in Burke County on Sept. 28, 1969, to the late Kenneth Daley Weeks and Freddie Hull Weeks. She earned a computer science degree from UMBC and a degree in education from Lenoir-R  more
Virginia Tech: Jennifer Horstman Named HR Division Director for Student Affairs
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Jennifer Horstman named HR division director for Student Affairs By Jasper Joyner 17 Sep 2026 Jennifer Horstman has been hired as division director of human resources for Student Affairs effective Aug. 10. Horstman joins Virginia Tech from Turnberry at JW Marriott in Nashville where she served as director of people and culture. Horstman will jointly report to Martha Glass, assistant vice president for Stude  more
Virginia Tech: Q&A - The AI Slowdown Debate
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Q&A: The AI slowdown debate As security threats and political pressures mount, Virginia Tech experts examine the feasibility, safety guardrails, and geopolitical tradeoffs of pacing AI development. 16 Sep 2026 The call for intentional slowdown in artificial intelligence development has reached a critical flashpoint. As tech executives call for restraint, policymakers in Washington debate federal intervention, t  more
Virginia Tech: Using Soundwaves, Researcher Aims to Treat Toughest Brain Diseases
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 18 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Using soundwaves, researcher aims to treat toughest brain diseases With a new focused ultrasound clinical trial underway, Fred Wu hopes to play his part in revolutionizing the way we treat pediatric brain cancer. By Noah Frank 17 Sep 2026 To solve some of the trickiest, most deadly brain cancers in the world, Cheng-Chia "Fred" Wu is combining technology and medicine in an unconventional way: he's giving them   more
W&M Libraries receives NEH grant to preserve American Revolution-era materials
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * W&M Libraries receives NEH grant to preserve American Revolution-era materials * The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary Libraries. - Ed. A statewide consortium led by the Library of Virginia has received a $749,939 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to conserve and digitize collections documenting the history of American independence and Virginia's  more
WA consumers get financial relief through auto lender settlement
OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 17 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA consumers get financial relief through auto lender settlement * Hundreds of Washington consumers will receive restitution through a $694 million multistate settlement with the subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC). The company will provide cash and debt relief to consumers nationwide to resolve allegations the company steered them into risky loans they   more
Walkinshaw Presses Postal Service Leadership for Transparency After Troubling GAO Findings
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw Presses Postal Service Leadership for Transparency After Troubling GAO Findings * Washington, D.C. - Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), a member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, released the following statement today after the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on United States Postal Service (USPS) performance and finances. "Today's   more
Walkinshaw, Bacon, Landsman, Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Rescue Ukrainian Children Abducted by Russia
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw, Bacon, Landsman, Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Rescue Ukrainian Children Abducted by Russia * Washington, D.C. - This week, U.S. Representatives James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), Don Bacon (NE-02), Greg Landsman (OH-01), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) introduced the bipartisan Justice for Ukrainian Children Act, legislation to strengthen efforts to locate and return Ukrainian   more
Warner, Wyden Introduce Bill to Strengthen Cybersecurity Standards for American Health Care System
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * September 17th, 2026 Warner, Wyden Introduce Bill to Strengthen Cybersecurity Standards for American Health Care System WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) today reintroduced the Health Infrastructure Security and Accountability Act, legislation to improve cybersecurity in our health care system amid a growing wave of cyberattacks that are compromising Americans' sens  more
William 'Bill' Schermerhorn '82 to be 2026 Homecoming grand marshal
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * William 'Bill' Schermerhorn '82 to be 2026 Homecoming grand marshal * The following story originally appeared as an online exclusive for the W&M Alumni Magazine. - Ed. In the nation's 250th year, the Fourth of July celebration in Williamsburg, home to the Alma Mater of the Nation, had to be special. William "Bill" Schermerhorn '82 was the man for the job. As event designer for the American Revolution 250   more
Wittman Receives 2026 Franchise Champion Award
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Robert J. Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Wittman Receives 2026 Franchise Champion Award * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) received the 2026 Champion of Franchise Award from the International Franchise Association. This award recognizes Members of Congress for exceptional work in supporting America's franchises and businesses. "I am honored to be recognized as a 'Champion of Franchise,'" said Rep. Wittman. "Franch  more
Wittman Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Data Center Energy Costs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Robert J. Wittman, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Wittman Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Data Center Energy Costs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) voted in support of the House passage of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act, bipartisan legislation he cosponsored to help protect families and small businesses from higher electricity costs associated with growing data center energy demand. The legislation would help   more